Kill It With Fire: Buick Signia Concept, Quite Possibly The Worst Car Ever

Derek Kreindler
by Derek Kreindler

Since we can’t have nice things all the time, like images of the production Jaguar F-Type, I present to you what may be the ugliest car I’ve ever seen – surpassing the multitude of Ssangyong Rodius (Rodii?) I saw on my Birthright trip.

First shown in 1998, the Buick Signia was described as

Buick’s new multiple activity concept vehicle that was showcased at the North American International Auto Show yesterday, is evidence of the company’s revived commitment to innovation and versatility, according to company officials.

Based on the architecture of the Park Avenue, the Signia is an upscale family sedan with SUV attributes designed for modern families on the go. Features include a high roof and seats for easy entry, inset rocker panels that prevent slush or mud from dripping on your pants, a removable hatchback for hauling large items, infrared sensors that detect objects in your blind spot and flexible cargo space, including a powered floor that extends 15 inches out the back. While the concept car showcases a number of new technologies, Buick executives say the Signia will not be built as it is.

What in the name of Allah was General Motors thinking? The wood interior with the art deco switchgear? The glass canopy and the swing-out doors? That beak up front? I’ve seen prettier photos of partial-birth abortions. It may be the only automobile in the world to come standard with an extra chromosome. GM even let it rot in a desolate lot, neglecting even to crush it.




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  • Luke42 Luke42 on Sep 21, 2012

    It's strange, but I kinda like the looks of this car. It has a kind of retro-wagon feel. Put LATCH, a 40mpg diesel in it, and out a class I trailer hitch on it and you have a sale! I like it a lot more than the Buick Rondevous, which has got to be a fully baked, productionified and deweirdified design by the same crew. On the other hand, the Rondevous is supposed to be a minivan that isn't a minivan, which I think is a little silly. On the other hand, the Rondevous is a great value on the used market. My neighbor with three kids and an extended family that spends a lot of time on her lawn bought one, and I respect that she probably got a comfortable car that meets her needs for next to nothing. I don't see why the original owner bought it, but my neighbor found herself one hell of a deal!

  • Junebug Junebug on Sep 21, 2012

    Looks like a cat taking a shit.

    • Jayzwhiterabbit Jayzwhiterabbit on Sep 21, 2012

      Dude, that nailed it! I have two cats, and my Calico crouching down to take a dump is the spitting image of this 'ute ;)

  • ToolGuy This podcast was pretty interesting. I listened to it this morning, and now I am commenting. Listened to the podcast, now commenting on the podcast. See how this works? LOL.
  • VoGhost If you want this to succeed, enlarge the battery and make the vehicle in Spartanburg so you buyers get the $7,500 discount.
  • Jeff Look at the the 65 and 66 Pontiacs some of the most beautiful and well made Pontiacs. 66 Olds Toronado and 67 Cadillac Eldorado were beautiful as well. Mercury had some really nice looking cars during the 60s as well. The 69 thru 72 Grand Prix were nice along with the first generation of Monte Carlo 70 thru 72. Midsize GM cars were nice as well.The 69s were still good but the cheapening started in 68. Even the 70s GMs were good but fit and finish took a dive especially the interiors with more plastics and more shared interiors.
  • Proud2BUnion I typically recommend that no matter what make or model you purchase used, just assure that is HAS a prior salvage/rebuilt title. Best "Bang for your buck"!
  • Redapple2 jeffbut they dont want to ... their pick up is 4th behind ford/ram, Toyota. GM has the Best engineers in the world. More truck profit than the other 3. Silverado + Sierra+ Tahoe + Yukon sales = 2x ford total @ $15,000 profit per. Tons o $ to invest in the BEST truck. No. They make crap. Garbage. Evil gm Vampire
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